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A Walking Tour of 42nd Street

5.0 (2 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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A Walking Tour of 42nd Street

About this activity

On this tour we cross the heart of Manhattan on one of its most storied streets. From iconic buildings to tales of urban decay and revitalization, this tour captures the energy, history and architectural splendor of one of New York's defining thoroughfares.

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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–12
Guide
English
Operated by
RetroMan Tours

Ages: Adults (16–120 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Admission fees: Admission fee

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Ralph Bunche Park

    Passing by

    We start our tour directly across from the United Nations.

  2. Tudor City

    10 min

    One of New York's hidden, and off-the-beaten-path, neighborhoods.

  3. Ford Foundation Building

    10 min

    A treasured New York City public space.

  4. Daily News Building

    10 min

    An Art Deco gem and the site of a "Super" movie.

  5. Chrysler Building

    10 min

    The skyscraper that defined the Jazz Age and its storied history.

  6. Grand Central Terminal

    15 min

    One of New York City's iconic stops - how close we came to losing it.

  7. New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building

    10 min

    We stop to visit one of the world's finest libraries.

  8. Bryant Park

    10 min

    The park is surrounded by architectural gems and an intriguing past.

  9. Times Square

    15 min

    It's called the "Crossroads of the World" for a reason. We get into why.

  10. Stop 10

    10 min

    One of the world's busiest transit hubs and one of the last vestiges of the old 42nd Street.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Your guide will be holding a RetroMan Tours sign

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
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  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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